The Science of Hockey

Dive into the inequalities of elite ice hockey. This episode examines the unique stressors for male and female players, linking past-season injuries to perceived stress in a high-intensity sport.This ...

9 Tammi 202519min

Explore the injury risks faced by amateur ice hockey players, from knee and shoulder injuries to equipment challenges. This episode dives into a study on injury mechanisms, protective gear fit, and so...

1 Tammi 202517min

Explore the groundbreaking application of Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) in ice hockey. This episode reveals how mindfulness and psychological flexibility can improve focus, engagement, and ...

31 Joulu 202417min

Dive into the unique physical demands of ice hockey goaltenders. This episode explores how common goaltending techniques like the butterfly and reverse vertical horizontal (RVH) stance challenge the h...

30 Joulu 202434min

Explore key insights from the Safe2Play study, a five-year analysis of youth hockey injuries in Canada. Learn about the impact of bodychecking policies, gender differences, and prior injuries on playe...

29 Joulu 202420min

Explore the groundbreaking application of virtual reality in hockey training. Learn how it measures motor responses, reaction times, and movement precision in hockey players and wrestlers.Discover how...

28 Joulu 202415min

Dive into the science of goaltending in ice hockey. Learn about the distinct physical and physiological profiles of goaltenders and how tailored fitness testing and training can enhance their game per...

27 Joulu 202419min

Dive into the data behind international women’s ice hockey matches. Learn how fatigue impacts performance and discover what wearable technology reveals about player demands and recovery strategies.Exp...

26 Joulu 202414min